CareerPlan

Head of School of Basic & Medical Biosciences

GBFull-time2026-11-03 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead a renowned, academically diverse school bringing together five internationally renowned research departments focused on fundamental questions about biology in health and disease.

Role type

Senior academic leader (Head of School)

Builds

A multi-disciplinary environment for cross-disciplinary research and education in basic and medical biosciences.

Domain

Academic leadership in Life Sciences and Medicine

Deliverable

research

Required skills

Strategic leadership, fostering interdisciplinary culture, recognizing collaboration opportunities, knowledge transfer, inspiring staff and students, external stakeholder engagement

Preferred skills

Internationally recognized academic profile, experience in basic and medical bioscience research, strong communication skills

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for the School, contribute to Faculty and University objectives, foster an interdisciplinary culture, work closely with staff, students, and external stakeholders including NHS partners

Seniority

Senior, strategic leadership